Drew Watson
Tallahassee
Summary
Motivated leader and medical device sales professional with a strong desire to join an established and reputable company. Seeking an organization that prioritizes innovative and high-quality products, fosters a strong professional culture, and delivers excellent customer service. Committed to leveraging expertise in sales and passion for the healthcare industry to drive growth and exceed sales targets.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Product Manager for Cardiothoracic Products
Veritas - Arthrex
01.2024 - Current
- Company overview: Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better
- Development and roll-out of new product initiative
- Cold call and initial development of relationships with Cardiothoracic surgeons and their clinics
- Managed company wide territory, training and supporting Sales Representatives to achieve sales targets through strategic planning and consultative selling
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities
- Provided ongoing customer support, ensuring optimal product use and satisfaction
- Presented at the AATC (Academy of Arthrex Technology Consultants) for Arthrex East
- Supported Promotion Booths at the FSTCS (The Florida Society of Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgeons), STSA (The Southern Thoracic Surgical Association), and STS (The Society of Thoracic Surgeons)
Orthopedic Sales Representative
Veritas - Arthrex
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better
- Promoted and sold Arthrex orthopedic products to surgeons, hospitals, and healthcare professionals
- Developed and maintained relationships with key decision-makers, providing product education and technical support during surgical procedures
- Conducted in-service training sessions and product demonstrations to drive adoption of Arthrex solutions
- Actively Participated in surgical procedures offering support and expertise to surgical teams for Arthrex products
Student Intern for Marketing and Promotions
Auburn Research Park
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Company Overview: Business and research environment that fosters creativity, innovation and embraces collaboration
- Created/marketed a system of walking paths and trails
- Developed and promoted programming events highlighting the newly created pathways
- Strengthened social media and community outreach
- Business and research environment that fosters creativity, innovation and embraces collaboration
MELT University Intern
MELT, LLC
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Company Overview: Full-service agency offering brand strategy, event and experiential marketing, social and digital content production, retail and shopper marketing, sports property and sponsorship strategy and execution
- Connected with CEO Vince Thompson during weekly 'lunch and learns'
- Engaged in live interviews, podcasts, and videocasts with top sports, marketing, and media executives from across the United States
Sales Intern
APEC (Athlete Performance Enhancement Center)
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Company Overview: APEC exists to educate, improve lives, and protect futures through human performance
- Increased client base and memberships in collaboration with marketing/sales team
- Guided and mentored current clients in work-out programs and exercise routines
- Coordinated fitness programs for high school athletic programs and sports teams
- APEC exists to educate, improve lives, and protect futures through human performance
Education
Post Graduate Studies - Marketing
Auburn University Business School
Auburn, AL05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Physical Activity, and Health Education
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05.2021
Skills
- Social Marketing
- Time Management
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork/Collaboration
- Public Speaking
- Communication
- Problem Solving
Awards
- NCAA 1st Team All-American, 2019, 2020
- SEC Academic Honor Roll, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
- NCAA National Championships Individual Qualifier, 2018
- All SEC Team, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
- Sarah Wentworth Award, 2019, Team Member who best exhibits the 'Auburn Creed'
- Team MVP, 2020
- Team Captain and Leadership Facilitator, 2020, 2021
- AAI Nominee, 2022, AAI award names the most outstanding SR. gymnast in NCAA | akin to Heisman Trophy
Certification
Initial onsite training Orthobiologics, Sports Orthopedics, and Cardiothoracic | Naples, FL
Timeline
Product Manager for Cardiothoracic Products
Veritas - Arthrex
01.2024 - Current
Orthopedic Sales Representative
Veritas - Arthrex
06.2022 - 01.2024
Student Intern for Marketing and Promotions
Auburn Research Park
01.2021 - 08.2021
MELT University Intern
MELT, LLC
05.2020 - 08.2020
Sales Intern
APEC (Athlete Performance Enhancement Center)
05.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Physical Activity, and Health Education
Auburn University
Post Graduate Studies - Marketing
Auburn University Business School
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